1956 AC Ace vs. 2000 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 240 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1956 AC Ace | 2000 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | AC | Citroen |
Model | Ace | Xsara |
Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 147 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |